I am Pat House, a twenty-four year old student of school and life. I was born in Laredo, Texas on November 1, 1956 to the most wonderful parents imaginable. Growing up, my younger brother and I were continuously nurtured with love and provided with most everything, which made for a happy childhood. During my teenage years, I recall vacations that my mother and father took us in where many close family moments were shared. Now at twenty-four, I am on my own and very thankful to them for all the love and support growing up which has made me into the type of person I am today. Recently, I have come to learn through my experiences with my current job, that I can no longer act like a child, and that as an adult; I must take responsibility for my actions. My experience in school and with my professors has also made me aware of my adult responsibilities. I can no longer make silly mistakes and brush them off or make excuses like when I was a child. Responsib
A defining moment in my life occurred just over one year ago when I left my hometown and relocated to Austin, to finish my education at Southwest Texas State University. For the very first time, I left my parents, my friends, and my language in order to experience a different culture and broaden the scope of my education and view of life. My move to Austin has brought about an awareness of responsibility that I don't think ever would have appeared if I would have stayed in Laredo. It is truly exhilarating to find yourself changing in such a new environment. My education at Southwest has allowed me to find so many new aspects about myself. My time here has also allowed me to see how each of these aspects relates to each other. Because of the rewards I have already gained, I am truly optimistic about finishing my education here.
A piece of advice that I often received from my parents growing up is, "as long as you do your best, you will have succes
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